The Cornerstone Campaign

Campaign Overview

At Schreiner University, education transforms lives. As we begin our second century, the Cornerstone Endowment Campaign is our bold pledge to preserve access, foster innovation, and sustain our life-changing mission. We invite alumni, friends, and supporters to collaborate through donations, volunteer efforts, and advocacy. Our shared aim: to reach the $50 million goal and undergird Schreiner’s promise to the Texas Hill Country.

Your investment empowers:

🎓 Endowed scholarships

📘 Academic program enhancement

🌟 Expanded opportunities aligned with “Enter with Hope; Leave with Achievement”

Bringing the Campaign to You: The Tour of Texas

Throughout 2025 and 2026, the campaign will host events across the Hill Country, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Corpus Christi, and Midland—bringing members of the Schreiner community together.

Houston

September 11, 2025
Location : TBD

Dallas

October 09, 2025
Location : TBD

Midland

November 06, 2025
Location : TBD

Austin

January 29, 2026
Location : TBD

San Antonio

February 12, 2026
Location : TBD

Corpus Christi

April 09, 2026
Location : TBD

Opportunities To Engage

The power of Engagement
Schreiner recognizes that our alumni and supporters have diverse talents and resources to offer, and we invite them to participate in a variety of meaningful ways.

Volunteer opportunities:
Serving as mentors, guest speakers, or volunteers allows alumni and supporters to contribute their time and expertise to enhance the Schreiner experience for our students and the community that we serve.

Becoming Ambassadors:
Advocating for Schreiner within professional and personal networks helps expand our reach and introduces new supporters to our mission.

Giving
From leadership gifts to grassroots contributions, every dollar makes a difference. Recurring monthly donations, matching gifts, and planned giving options allow you to contribute in ways that align with your financial goals and philanthropic values.

Engaging a New Generation of Donors
Sustaining Schreiner’s future means connecting with younger alumni and friends. They may not give big now, but they’re ready to engage. Creative giving options, meaningful connections, and visible impact will turn early involvement into lifelong support.

Why This Campaign Matters

Transforming Lives, Strengthening Schreiner

For over a century, Schreiner University has been a catalyst for transformation—empowering students through innovative education, character-building experiences, and a deep connection to the Texas Hill Country. Now, as we begin our second century, we must ensure this legacy continues.

The $50 million Cornerstone Endowment Campaign is our commitment to the future. With your support, we will:

Keep a Schreiner education affordable through expanded scholarships and financial aid.
Elevate student experiences with research, internships, service learning, and global opportunities.
Attract and retain top-tier faculty and staff who inspire and mentor the next generation.
Advance signature programs like nursing, engineering, education, and the arts—preparing students for meaningful careers.

Your Impact

Because of donors like you:

95% of students receive financial aid.
Student-athletes, scholars, and creatives thrive in an environment tailored to their growth.
Schreiner continues to serve as the Hill Country’s university, anchoring community partnerships and service.

Every dollar fuels dreams, opens doors, and changes lives.

Be a part of Schreiner’s next chapter—your gift builds a legacy of hope and achievement.

Give Now

Testimonials / Success Stories

How Your Gift Changes Lives

“The Hill Country College Fund has allowed me the opportunity to continue my education at a prestigious, private university that is close to my family. I can have the constant support of my parents as well as educators who see me as more than another occupied chair. I want to thank everyone at the Hill Country College Fund for all the opportunities they provide to students who are just a stone’s throw away from a great university.”

– Bianca Rodelo, Class of 2026

“Born and raised in Fredericksburg, Texas I am so glad that I was able to go to college in the Hill Country. In high school, I was active in local art classes, swim programs, and musical performances. In all of this, my passion was people and building relationships. I came to Schreiner because it has the same passion. Schreiner University has given me the chance to grow academically, personally, and professionally in ways that I never could have imagined. I am so grateful for the Hill Country College Fund for providing me with this amazing opportunity.”

– Matthew Walton, Class of 2022